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Spicy Yogurt Chicken
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
 

A delectable yogurt chicken dish that incorporates a vast array of spices and herbs such as cloves and coriander.

Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 812 kcal
Author: Amie Valpone
Ingredients
  • 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 small onions sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 Tbsp. coriander seeds
  • 1 Tbsp. cumin seed
  • 1 Tbsp. sweet paprika
  • 2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. peppercorn
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. garam masala
  • 14 oz. diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups Oikos plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 lb. chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/3 cup macadamia nuts mashed
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onions until they begin to caramelize.
  2. Add garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add all spices.
  4. Stir until well combined; let it all mix together in the skillet for a few minutes.
  5. Add tomatoes and water as needed; mix well. Reduce heat to a simmer for 15 minutes while it thickens.

  6. Whisk Oikos plain Greek yogurt into the sauce; mix well.
  7. When the sauce begins to simmering again, add chicken; simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is completely cooked.
  8. Serve over warm brown rice or whole wheat pasta.
  9. Sprinkle with mashed macadamia nuts and fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts
Spicy Yogurt Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 812 Calories from Fat 342
% Daily Value*
Fat 38g58%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 153mg51%
Sodium 491mg21%
Potassium 2477mg71%
Carbohydrates 55g18%
Fiber 21g88%
Sugar 17g19%
Protein 75g150%
Vitamin A 7598IU152%
Vitamin C 35mg42%
Calcium 535mg54%
Iron 16mg89%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.